1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dino | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
