1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 749 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
