1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Dino | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |
