1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1966 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
