1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Compagno | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |