1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | C30 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
