1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 220 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 360 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
