1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 229 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Dino | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |
