1956 Daimler DK vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 36 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 982 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Daimler | Jaguar |
| Model | DK | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
