1989 Audi 100 vs. 1953 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 36 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 77 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1953 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | Audi | Daimler |
| Model | 100 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
