1992 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 530 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | Dino |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |