1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 474 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charade | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |