1956 Daimler DK vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 57 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Daimler | Chrysler |
| Model | DK | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3052 mm |
