2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Sirion | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |
