2008 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Fiat 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2418 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
