1961 BMW 501 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 12 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 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 501 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
