1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 @ 7600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari Dino | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Dino | Laurel |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 147 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |