1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 32 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 1025 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Compagno | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3981 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2920 mm |