1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 37 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 214 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ferrari Dino 2005 Volkswagen Touran
Make Ferrari Volkswagen
Model Dino Touran
Year Released 1968 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1987 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 179 km/hour
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 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L


 

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