2007 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 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 M3 (365 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
