1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1541 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
