1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dino | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2537 mm |
