1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. 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 (226 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ferrari Dino | 1973 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Capri |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 91 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |