1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 1967 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac Eldorado 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Cadillac Daihatsu
Model Eldorado Compagno
Year Released 1959 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6382 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 345 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 765 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2230 mm


 

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