1956 Daimler DK vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 55 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, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 507 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Daimler | BMW |
| Model | DK | 120 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
