2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 33 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Caravan | Dino |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
