2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
