1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1973 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dino | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
