1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 36 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 618 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Alpine | Daimler |
| Model | A 610 | DK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1800 mm |
