2001 BMW M vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M | 365 GTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
