1965 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 47 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 945 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Compagno | California |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4300 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
