1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 250 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | F40 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |