1979 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1979 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 BMW 320.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 320 | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
