2009 BMW 525 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Fiat 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | Dino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |