1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charmant | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
