1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 556 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, 2009 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | Dino | 407 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |