1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 26 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 15 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 360 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| 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 | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
