1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 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 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 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 82 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Daimler | Peugeot |
| Model | One-O-Four | 407 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
