1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino

To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.

Because 1974 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 1974 Ferrari Dino
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model Town & Country Dino
Year Released 1991 1974
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3301 cc 2417 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 150 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 226 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2350 mm


 

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