2008 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | Dino |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 59.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |