2004 BMW 745 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 981 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 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 745 (447 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
