2006 BMW 760 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 37 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. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 760 (600 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 760 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 127 L |
