2009 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 133 L |
