1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 34 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | F-450 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 881 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 4390 mm |