1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Daimler | Ferrari |
| Model | One-O-Four | F430 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
