2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 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 1973 Ferrari 308. 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charade | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
