1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 Fiat 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F355 | Dino |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |