1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | F355 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
