1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 31 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 125 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dino | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
