1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (365 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |
