1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 23 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 710 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.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1992 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari Dino | 1992 Audi V8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | Dino | V8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |