1967 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1155 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Compagno | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2874 mm |
