1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1958 BMW Isetta | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Isetta | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 317 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2350 mm |