1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 602 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Compagno | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 3596 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |