1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
