1949 BMW 340 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 360 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
