1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 368 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima 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 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Daimler | Nissan |
| Model | One-O-Four | Altima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2675 mm |
