1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 396 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. 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, 2006 Volvo V50, 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 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 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Daimler | Volvo |
Model | One-O-Four | V50 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |