1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2175 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 167 L |
