1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 688 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charmant | F50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
