1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
