1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Dino | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
