1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 79 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
