1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 34 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 312 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
