1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 21 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 Porsche 928 (400 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Dino | 928 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
