1956 Daimler DK vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 549 kg more than 1956 Daimler DK.
Because 1956 Daimler DK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Daimler DK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | DK | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
