1956 Daimler DK vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 482 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daimler | Subaru |
| Model | DK | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
