1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 81 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
