1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
