2007 BMW 550 vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | Dino |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 188 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |