1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 46 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino.

Because 1966 Ferrari Dino 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 1966 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza, 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari Dino 2012 Toyota Venza
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model Dino Venza
Year Released 1966 2012
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1987 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 177 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 334 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 67 L


 

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