2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1966 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 957 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 1966 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B5 | Compagno |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |