1986 BMW 735 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 BMW 735.
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 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | 735 | 4.2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |