1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 71 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |
