1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Dino | 118 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
