1999 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Fiat 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1970 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 740 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2416 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
