1998 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 21 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
