1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 75 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dino (188 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
