1981 BMW 628 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1981 BMW 628 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Fiat 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 628 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 628 | Dino |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |