1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 19 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Dino | Legend |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |