1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Taft | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
