1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |