1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 39 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 124 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 BB | X3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
