1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1353 kg more 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1974 Ferrari Dino 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model Dino Sprinter
Year Released 1974 2011
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2417 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 193 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 440 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 2578 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 2814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3665 mm