2009 BMW 135 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 135 | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
