1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Dino | 320 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
