1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. 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 102 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dino | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
