2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 915 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 300 | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2230 mm |
