1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 290 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (341 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 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. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 BB | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 341 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |