2005 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 36 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 127 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
