1988 BMW 524 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 524 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
