2007 BMW 330 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 61 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, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 330 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3740 mm |
