1999 BMW M28i vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 296 kg more than 1969 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 M28i (355 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M28i | Dino |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |