2007 BMW 525 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 1128 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 525 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3740 mm |
