1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova 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 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 42 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (272 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Nova | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3740 mm |
