1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 GTB | 125 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 53 L |
