1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 2009 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. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
