1966 Audi Variant vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino

To start off, both 1966 Audi Variant and 1966 Ferrari Dino were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.

Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Audi Variant 1966 Ferrari Dino
Make Audi Ferrari
Model Variant Dino
Year Released 1966 1966
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1696 cc 1987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 71 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 188 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 57 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2350 mm


 

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