2004 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 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, 2004 Audi A4, 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
