1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 45 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 9 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 589 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GT | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |