1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2008 BMW 645. (328 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (434 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. 2008 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GT4 | 645 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |