2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Sirion | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 940 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
