1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast

To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 775 kg more than 1963 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
Make Daihatsu Ferrari
Model Compagno 500 Superfast
Year Released 1963 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 4963 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2660 mm


 

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