1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 57 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, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 290 kg more than 2012 Audi A4.
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, 2012 Audi A4, 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 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 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Daimler | Audi |
Model | One-O-Four | A4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2809 mm |