1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW Isetta would be higher. 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) has 304 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 GT | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1510 mm |
