1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 311, 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
| Model | Dino | 311 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
