1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 35 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), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
