1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 876 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.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 2013 Ford Flex 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. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Ferrari Dino | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Flex |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2994 mm |