2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 49 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Materia | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |