1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Dino | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
