1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 36 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
