1956 Daimler DK vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 46 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 447 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Daimler | BMW |
| Model | DK | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
