1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pininfarina |
| Model | Dino | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
