2008 BMW 540 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 275 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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 540 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 347 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |
