1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 709 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Compagno |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |