1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F40 | Dino |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |