1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 52 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Dino | 208 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |