2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Sirion | 458 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 86 L |
