1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Taft | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1225 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 |
