1956 Daimler DK vs. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 47 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daimler DK | 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | DK | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |