1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 462 kg more than 1969 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 275 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 | 1044 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 115 L |
