1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1070 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Compagno | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3033 mm |
