1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 29 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 582 kg more than 1968 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | Dino | MPV |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |