1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 39 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 518 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, 2007 Volvo C70, 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | C70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
