1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 88 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |