1971 BMW Touring vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Touring | Dino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
