1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 22 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 240 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 116 L |
