1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 39 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1176 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, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2008 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Dino | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
