1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Compagno | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Compagno | C |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 2143 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |