1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 394 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
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1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
Model | One-O-Four | Multivan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |