1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 56 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 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 294 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2011 Mazda CX-7, 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Daimler | Mazda |
| Model | One-O-Four | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
