2001 BMW 745 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 45 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, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 332 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 745 | DK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
