1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 34 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Taft | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2649 mm |