1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1974 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
