2009 BMW 118 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 118 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
