2004 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Fiat 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | Dino |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |