1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 14 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 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2005 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | 600 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 6330 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3910 mm |
