1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1966 Fiat Dino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Fiat 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Dino |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |