1956 Daimler DK vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 15 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 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 232 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Daimler | Pontiac |
| Model | DK | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
