1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 40 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Dino | NP300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 169 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |