1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 58 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 289 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | One-O-Four | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
