1996 BMW 540 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 27 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 540 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |