1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 21 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 106 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Meteor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |