1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1982 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1982 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 41 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1982 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
