2004 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 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 525 (410 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
