2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
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2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Sirion | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |