1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GTS | 525 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |