1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 156 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Dino | HD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
