1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1968 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Compagno | 220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |