2006 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC

To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 37 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 62 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.

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 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 330 365 GTC
Year Released 2006 1969
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 4390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 243 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1812 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L


 

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