1956 Daimler DK vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercury |
| Model | DK | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
