1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 795 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | Dino | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
