1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 30 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 932 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Compagno | XKR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3996 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
