1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 355 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, 2004 Ford Taurus, 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 2004 Ford Taurus 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. 2004 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
