2008 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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2008 BMW M3 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 365 GTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |