1986 BMW 325 vs. 1953 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 237 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1953 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | 325 | Conquest |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1397 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |