1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (174 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Dino | 320 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |