2006 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |