1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 530 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GTC | 6 series |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 651 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 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |