1979 BMW 728 vs. 1967 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1979 BMW 728 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 275.
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 728 | 1967 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 728 | 275 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
