1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 10 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dino | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
