2009 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 320 and 1967 Fiat Dino are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
