1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GT | 328 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |