1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic 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 124 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 11 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
