2009 BMW 116 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 116 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 127 L |