1956 Daimler DK vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 893 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daimler DK | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Daimler | Mazda |
Model | DK | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |