2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 612 | Dino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |