1961 BMW 501 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 501 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
