1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
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1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1406 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |