1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 29 kg more than 1981 BMW M1.
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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari Dino | 1981 BMW M1 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Dino | M1 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 116 L |