1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 316 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dino | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
