1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1005 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3090 mm |
