1980 BMW 725 vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 725 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
