1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | Dino | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
