1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 421 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 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 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Taurus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 72 L |