1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 44 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 862 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
