1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 296 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | 929 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
