2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 Daimler DK. 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, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Express | DK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
