2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 60 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Buick | Daimler |
| Model | Rendezvous | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3740 mm |
