1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1966 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | Dino |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 188 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 57 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |