1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1972 Porsche 911

To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 163 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Fiat Dino 1972 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Dino 911
Year Released 1969 1972
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2419 cc 2339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 180 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60 mm 70.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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