1968 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 745 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Compagno | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 3824 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
