1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | Dino | 6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |