1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 38 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 505 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
