2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Lumina | DK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2032 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
