1997 BMW S3 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 BMW S3. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | S3 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
