1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino 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 107 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 97 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 343 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
