1991 Audi V8 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
