1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 371 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | Dino |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 57 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |