1979 Datsun 280 vs. 1967 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1979 Datsun 280 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1967 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, 1979 Datsun 280 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun 280 | 1967 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | 280 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2751 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
