1997 BMW 730 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 41 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, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 287 kg more than 1997 BMW 730.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 730 | DK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
