1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 31 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti 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 1113 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Avanti | Daimler |
| Model | Avanti | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3740 mm |
