1996 BMW 540 vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 1996 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 540 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
