1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 600 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 934 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | SL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 5980 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
