1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Taft | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
