1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 617 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Compagno | Pantera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 5765 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |