1999 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 BMW 330 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |