2009 BMW 120 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 95 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
