1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1978 Ford LTD

To start off, 1978 Ford LTD is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 746 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ferrari Dino 1978 Ford LTD
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Dino LTD
Year Released 1969 1978
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1987 cc 5763 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3080 mm


 

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