1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 98 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | 818 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
