1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 732 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 2010 Ford Explorer 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. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
