2002 BMW 740 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 46 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, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 BMW 740.
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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 740 | DK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
