1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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 51 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Daimler | Volvo |
Model | One-O-Four | S80 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2835 mm |