1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 @ 8000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | 1302 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |