2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Because 1967 Daihatsu Compagno is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lucerne | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
