1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 620 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
