2009 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | BMW | Daimler |
Model | M3 | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |