1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 69 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1996 Plymouth Neon, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | Dino | Neon |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
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 | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |