1995 BMW M5 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | Dino |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2924 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |