2004 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1968 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | Dino |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |