1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 590 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Mustang |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |