1979 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Delta | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Delta | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |