2009 BMW 335 vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 335 | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
