1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1952 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 85 kg more than 1952 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1952 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
