1956 Daimler DK vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 587 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | DK | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
