2009 BMW 335 vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 53 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, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | BMW | Daimler |
| Model | 335 | DK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
