1979 BMW 633 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 633 | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |