1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 51 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 70 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 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daimler | Dodge |
| Model | One-O-Four | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |
