1966 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 505 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Compagno | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3400 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2416 mm |
