2004 BMW 330 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 58 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, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 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 1203 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 330 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3740 mm |
