1999 BMW 845 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 28 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 230 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 845.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 845 | 365 GTC 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |