1956 Daimler DK vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 48 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, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daimler | Lexus |
| Model | DK | GS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
