1955 Bentley S1 vs. 1958 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1958 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bentley S1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bentley S1 would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bentley S1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bentley S1 weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bentley S1 | 1958 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | S1 | Dino |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4887 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 225 HP |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 804 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |