1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari Dino | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Dino | 968 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 305 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |