1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 38 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 702 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2005 Lexus SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Dino | SC |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
