1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 211 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
