2006 BMW 745 vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 235 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | 745 | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |