1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | CLK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
