1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 101 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, 2007 Ford Fusion, 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 (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
