1969 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Compagno | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Compagno | A8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 4134 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2992 mm |
