1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Dino | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
