1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Dino | 308 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |