1956 Daimler DK vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 42 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 752 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Daimler | Plymouth |
| Model | DK | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
