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1974 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Spyder

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The Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Spyder is a sought-after sports car produced by Italian automaker Ferrari between 1969 and 1974. It is equipped with a 2.4-liter, 6-cylinder engine that produces around 195 horsepower at 7,600 rpm. The engine has an overhead camshaft, four valves per cylinder, and a 9.0:1 compression ratio. It is mated to a five-speed manual gearbox that is rear-mounted, making it a mid-engine car.

The Dino 246 GTS Spyder’s exterior is classic Ferrari with its curvaceous and aerodynamic bodywork. The car’s overall length is 156.8 inches, its width is 67.7 inches, and its height is 46.5 inches. It has a wheelbase of 92.1 inches and a curb weight of 2,557 pounds. The exterior features include a removable targa-style roof panel, pop-up headlights, and 14-inch Cromodora alloy wheels.

Inside the car, the Dino 246 GTS Spyder has a 2+2 seating arrangement with leather bucket seats. The dashboard is driver-oriented with a classic Ferrari style. The steering wheel is adjustable, and the gauges in front of the driver are said to be a hallmark of Ferrari’s design.

The car’s suspension system consists of independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, and telescopic shock absorbers on all four corners. The car has a four-wheel disc-brake system with power-assisted brakes.

The Dino 246 GTS Spyder has a top speed of 146 mph and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds. Its handling is excellent, thanks to low center of gravity, and its handling is further improved by the wider wheelbase over the Dino 246 GT Coupe.

The design, performance, and rarity of the Dino 246 GTS Spyder make it a highly sought-after car for collectors and enthusiasts. The car is a true classic and is frequently featured in classic car shows and auctions, and prices continue to go up year after year. It can be considered as the ultimate driving machine, combining the best of Ferrari’s engineering and design. The Dino 246 GTS Spyder remains as one of the most iconic and classic sports cars of all time.

Milestones

- 1967: The Ferrari Dino 206 GT was first introduced at the Turin Motor Show. - 1969: The Ferrari Dino 246 GT was introduced - the successor to the 206 GT. - 1972: The Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Spyder was introduced as the convertible version of the 246 GT. - 1974: The last year of production for the Dino 246 GTS Spyder. - 1975: The Ferrari Dino brand was discontinued, and the remaining models were rebranded as Ferrari cars, with the Dino name vanishing from the cars. - 1985: The Ferrari Dino V6 engine was last produced, marking the end of the Dino era. - 2004: Ferrari produced a concept car called the Dino 246 GT, which was never put into production. - 2019: A new Ferrari hybrid sports car is rumored to be named the Dino, bringing the name back to Ferrari cars after almost 40 years.


Technical

- Engine Type: Ferrari V6 DOHC Quattrovalvole (4 valves per cylinder) - Engine Capacity: 2,418cc - Maximum Power Output: 195 hp at 7,600 rpm - Maximum Torque Output: 164 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm - Transmission: 5-speed manual - Fuel System: Triple Weber 40 DCNF carburetors - Suspension: Independent front and rear with coil springs and telescopic shock absorbers - Brakes: Power-assisted disc brakes on all four wheels - Wheels: Cromodora five-spoke alloy wheels (14-inch) - Tires: Michelin XWX radial tires (205/70VR14) - Top Speed: 148 mph (238 km/h) - 0 to 60 mph: 6.5 seconds - Dimensions: Length 4,180 mm; Width 1,670 mm; Height 1,140 mm - Curb Weight: 1,140 kg - Fuel Tank Capacity: 87 liters - Body Type: Sports convertible (Spyder) - Production Period: 1969 - 1974 - Production Volume: 3,761 units (non-sequential)

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