2008 BMW 523 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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 California (363 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 523 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 133 L |
