2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 59 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 291 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Express | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 120 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 3740 mm |
