1999 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 28 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1971 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 750 (490 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 750 | Dino |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |