1988 BMW 730 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 32 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, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 432 kg more than 1988 BMW 730.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 730 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | 730 | DK |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 4617 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |