1956 Daimler DK vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 152 kg more than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.
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 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Daimler | Maserati |
| Model | DK | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
