1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 43 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 395 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | B |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
