1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 44 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
