1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 35 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 383 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Dino | 350Z |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |