1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1971 Fiat Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 2800 | Dino |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |