2008 BMW 118 vs. 1953 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
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, 2008 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1953 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 118 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
