1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 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 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Dino | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
