Acrobat X "Compare Documents" Function Failing on Large / Complex PDFs

To all,
Upon initial testing, we were successful using the Compare Documents function on complex test files: two versions of an automotive wiring diagram.  However, when attempting to compare two versions of a section from an automotive service repair manual (includes textual and graphical content), we receive ana error message "Operation Not Permitted."  We are aware of the 250 page limitation and ability to select option "Text Only," but the document we are testing now is only 56 pages.  Any thoughts / suggestions as to how we can alleviate this issue?  Your input appreciated.  Thanks!
Joe Damron
Technical Author

@CtDave. I have gone back and checked the reduced versions and they have the same embedded fonts that the original and unreduced documents have. Please see the pics below.  Thanks for any/all help!

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