1996 BMW 745 vs. 1967 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 312.
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. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 1967 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
