1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 701 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.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | Dino | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
