1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 38 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 138 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 201 kg more 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
