1956 Daimler DK vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 757 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DK | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
