2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 575 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Alpina | Dino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |
