1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charmant | F430 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |
