2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 30 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 521 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Venture | Dino |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |