1971 BMW 3 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 3 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |