2006 BMW 545 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
