1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |