1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 424 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
