1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charade | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |