2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 511 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
