1956 Daimler DK vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 49 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, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 967 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | DK | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
