1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 GTC | X3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
