1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 828 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Daimler | Land Rover |
| Model | One-O-Four | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
