1966 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 46 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), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 300 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari Dino | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Dino | 116 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| 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 | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
