2009 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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 750 (491 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (433 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
