1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1974 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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1974 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Dino | Passat |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 283 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |