2006 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
