1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 35 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (380 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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1977 Ferrari Dino | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Dino | X3 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |