1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 927 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 Lexus GS (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1966 Daihatsu Compagno has manual transmission. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Compagno | GS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3969 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
