1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 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 87 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Dino | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
