1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 472 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, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2011 Ford Fusion 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. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Dino | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
