1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino

To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 574 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.

Because 1973 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 1973 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chrysler Town & Country 1973 Ferrari Dino
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model Town & Country Dino
Year Released 1993 1973
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3778 cc 2418 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 163 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 226 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1230 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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