1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Compagno | C 111 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 4799 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |