2009 BMW 750 vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | 750 | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2900 mm |