1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 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 62 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 5 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, 1994 Honda Prelude, 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
