2005 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 325 | One-O-Four |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
