1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Dino | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |