2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 274 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
Model | SSR | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |