2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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 2,952 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 152 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 388 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. 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 Copen, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.

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2007 Daihatsu Copen 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Daihatsu Ferrari
Model Copen 250 GT
Year Released 2007 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 86 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 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 180 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 852 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 100 L