1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 154 kg more than 1987 BMW Z1. 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Z1 | Dino |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |