2009 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
