1986 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 209 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |