1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 37 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 274 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | Transporter |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |