2007 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Fiat Dino

To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Fiat 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 1970 Fiat Dino
Make BMW Fiat
Model 530 Dino
Year Released 2007 1970
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 2416 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 92.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 60 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2560 mm


 

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