2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 812 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Colorado | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
