1968 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 GTC | 320 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
