1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 46 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Dino | 328 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |