2004 BMW 545 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (433 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
