2005 BMW 545 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 545 and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB are equipped with a 4,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 545. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 545 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |