1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |