1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 BMW 2002 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 2002 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
