1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2778 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
