1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 25 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Dino | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |