1998 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 30 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
