2006 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
