1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Dino | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |