1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350, 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | F-350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 115 L |