1986 BMW M5 vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M5 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 57 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
