2008 BMW X3 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X3 | Dino |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |