1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 37 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 900 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Compagno | GTO |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 5965 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 536 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |