1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
