1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GTB | 335 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 347 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 63 L |