1990 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 24 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
