1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 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 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
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1979 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Ferrari | Daihatsu |
Model | 400 | Charade |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 36 L |