1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charmant | 612 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |
