1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 32 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 258 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, 2001 Nissan Altima, 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, 2001 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Altima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
