2007 BMW 323 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 38 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2007 BMW 323 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. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1520 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 127 L |
