1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 148 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 21 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Crown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
