1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 38 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Dino | 650 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
