2008 BMW 650 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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 650 (488 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | Dinan |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 403 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |