2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Muse | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
