1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 18 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 774 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3150 mm |
