2008 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 325 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
