1970 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE

To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Compagno 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
Make Daihatsu Ferrari
Model Compagno 250 GTE
Year Released 1970 1963
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 2951 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2610 mm


 

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