2009 BMW 135 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2009 BMW 135 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. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 135 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
