1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 375 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Prefect |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |