1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 44 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 926 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 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | Dino | RX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
