1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1977 Ford Taunus is newer by 4 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Ford Taunus. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 66 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
