1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 178 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |