1968 Ferrari 275 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 275 (297 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 275.
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:
| 1968 Ferrari 275 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 275 | 123 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
