1956 Daimler DK vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 56 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, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Daimler | BMW |
| Model | DK | X3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
