1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |