1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2010 BMW 125

To start off, 2010 BMW 125 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 165 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ferrari 365 BB 2010 BMW 125
Make Ferrari BMW
Model 365 BB 125
Year Released 1973 2010
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4388 cc 2996 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 271 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 88 mm
Top Speed 282 km/hour 238 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2670 mm


 

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