1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Fiat 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 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Dino | 120 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |