2003 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB

To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.

Because 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis, 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Altis. 2003 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Daihatsu Altis 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
Make Daihatsu Ferrari
Model Altis 512 BB
Year Released 2003 1976
Engine Size 2362 cc 4942 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2510 mm