1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 397 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2000 Ford Taurus 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. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
