1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Dino | 535 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |