1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 520 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Ferrari Dino 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Ferrari Hyundai
Model Dino Santa Fe
Year Released 1974 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2417 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 193 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 248 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92.5 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59.9 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2710 mm


 

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