1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 37 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 105 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, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Toyota Venza 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. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Dino | Venza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 246 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |