1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 97 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1800 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
