1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 562 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (433 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 310 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
