1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
Model | Camaro | DE 36 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.3:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3740 mm |