1980 BMW M5 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 24 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 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 641 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | M5 | DK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
