2000 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |