1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Dino | Z4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |