1956 Daimler DK vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 53 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 447 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daimler DK | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Daimler | BMW |
Model | DK | 125 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |