1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 483 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.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Dino | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
