1972 Chevrolet DeVille 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 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | Dino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
