1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 300 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 612 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
