1975 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | Dino |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |