1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | 550 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 597 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |