2006 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
