1994 BMW 518 vs. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 518 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
