1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 191 kg more than 1977 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
