1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 2133 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Abarth | Daimler |
| Model | 700 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3740 mm |
