1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 288 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Dino | 356 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
