1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, both 1970 BMW 2002 and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1970 BMW 2002 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 2002 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |