1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 15 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 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1956 Daimler DK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daimler |
Model | GTA | DK |
Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4617 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |