1992 BMW 520 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 23 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 444 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | Dino |
Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 57 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1070 mm |