1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 292 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | Cadillac | Daimler |
Model | Aurora | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |