1956 Daimler DK vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DK | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
