1993 BMW 856 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 856 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |