1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 28 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 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 121 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 360 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 95 L |
