1981 BMW 745 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
