1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX

To start off, 2004 Ford C-MAX is newer by 36 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 73 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 230 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, 2004 Ford C-MAX, 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ferrari Dino 2004 Ford C-MAX
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Dino C-MAX
Year Released 1968 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1987 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 55 L


 

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