2008 BMW 118 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 118 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
