2008 BMW 116 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 57 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
