1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1977 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. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
