1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
