1956 Daimler DK vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 54 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 11 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DK | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4000 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
