1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 28 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 983 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Bristol | Daimler |
| Model | 411 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3740 mm |
