2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 71 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daimler |
| Model | SRX | One-O-Four |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
