1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 18 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 38 kg more than 1956 Daimler DK. 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1956 Daimler DK | |
Make | Buick | Daimler |
Model | Centurion | DK |
Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4617 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3310 mm |