1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1973 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 1973 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | Dino | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
