1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend 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.
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, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1998 Honda Legend 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. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Legend |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
