1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1956 Citroen 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 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 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15, 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Citroen | Daimler |
| Model | 15 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3740 mm |
