2006 BMW 545 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
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 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 GT4 (380 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (434 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 GT4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
