1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 43 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 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 641 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GT | 535 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |