1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 36 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Focus |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |