2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 388 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | Dino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
