1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa

To start off, 1965 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Daihatsu Compagno 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
Make Daihatsu Ferrari
Model Compagno 500 Testarossa
Year Released 1965 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 1985 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2260 mm


 

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