1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1966 Ferrari Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 140 L |
