1987 BMW 324 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 324 | Dino |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |