2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1968 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1968 Fiat 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1968 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 44 L |
