1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1 kg more 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Dino | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |