2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z4 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
