2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Copen | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2420 mm |
