1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Dino | X3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 67 L |