1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 894 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Compagno | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4196 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3040 mm |
