1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 474 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dino | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
