1956 Daimler DK vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 552 kg more than 1956 Daimler DK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Daimler | Land Rover |
| Model | DK | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 104 L |
