2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 398 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
Model | Silverado | DE 36 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 342 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3740 mm |