1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 294 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, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Dino | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
