2006 BMW 535 vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 51 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, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 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 140 kg more than 2006 BMW 535.
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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 535 | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | 535 | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |