1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Ferrari Dino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Record |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
