1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 299 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Dino | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
