1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 295 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 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Dino | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
