1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 25 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1245 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Dino | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3170 mm |
