1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 461 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |