1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 220 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dino | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |
