2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charade | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
