1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 39 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 2 kg more than 1995 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Caprice | DK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4311 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
