2008 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 39 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 234 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
