2008 BMW 116 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
