1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno

To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 25 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1210 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Aston Martin Virage 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
Make Aston Martin Daihatsu
Model Virage Compagno
Year Released 1993 1968
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 797 cc
Horse Power 344 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm


 

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