2009 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (335 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
