1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (517 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 725 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 517 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 240 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
