1956 Daimler DK vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 50 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 1246 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daimler | Lotus |
| Model | DK | Elise |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
