2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 44 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Copen | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
