2007 BMW 118 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 118 | Dino |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |