1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 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. 2009 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 365 GT4 | 520 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |