1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 82 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Caprice | DK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
