2004 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 2001 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Copen. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Copen | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Copen | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 114 L |
