1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1969 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1969 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | DB2 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |