1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 570 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.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Compagno | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 2900 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2416 mm |
