2008 BMW 550 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | 365 GTC 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |