1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mythos | Dino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
