1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 39 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), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 845 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
Model | Compagno | XK8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 4196 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 301 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 | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |