1986 Audi 100 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 40 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 76 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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, 1986 Audi 100, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Audi | Daimler |
| Model | 100 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 120 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3740 mm |
