1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster 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 535 (600 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Dino | 535 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
