1998 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
