1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 28 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 285 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | Dino | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |