2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1963 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1963 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Continental GT | Compagno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
