1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1088 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Buick Enclave 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. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | Dino | Enclave |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |