1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Fiat 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dino | Espada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
