2005 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
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2005 BMW 530 | 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |