1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 117 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daimler |
| Model | Newport | DK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
