1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 32 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
