1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 BB | 320 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2171 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
