1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 36 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 135 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Dino | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 389 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |
