2001 BMW X5 vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | X5 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
