2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 38 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 200 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F430 | Dino |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 225 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 | 1340 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |