1956 Daimler DK vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 45 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1017 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 2001 Lotec Sirius.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 993 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daimler DK | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
Make | Daimler | Lotec |
Model | DK | Sirius |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 1185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 1346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
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 | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1130 mm |