1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 869 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Dino | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
