1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 73.6 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 | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
