1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 630 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Compagno | Pantera |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 5761 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |