2007 BMW 318 vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 52 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 318 | One-O-Four |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
