1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 630 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Dino | 350Z |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |