1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Ferrari | Daihatsu |
Model | 308 | Materia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |