1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 125 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (310 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ferrari Dino | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Dino | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |