1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |