1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 655 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | Dino | Sky |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |