1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 22 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 136 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 461 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | MPV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
