1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 39 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 405 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | McLaren |
| Model | Compagno | F1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
