2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 722 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | Z4 | DK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
