1998 BMW 323 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 365 GTC 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
