1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
