1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GT | 325 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |