1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 21 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
