1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 38 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 16 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1633 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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1984 Audi Coupe | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
Make | Audi | Daimler |
Model | Coupe | DE 36 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3740 mm |