1956 Daimler DK vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Daimler | Mazda |
| Model | DK | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
