1956 Daimler DK vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Daimler | Maybach |
| Model | DK | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
