2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 749 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | SRX | Dino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
