1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 41 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 192 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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 (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GTC | 118 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |