1956 Daimler DK vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 857 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | DK | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
