1967 AC 428 vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1963 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | 428 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |