1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1989 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1989 Ford Taurus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 1989 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Taurus |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 176 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |