2009 BMW 118 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 63 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 118 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3740 mm |
