2001 BMW Compact vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | Compact | DE 36 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 342 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3740 mm |