1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Dino | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
