2001 AC Cobra vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |
