1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 5 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 410 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 71 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
