2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 730 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Compagno |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7011 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |