1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 231 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 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 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Dino | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |