Well as above the 365 followed the old numbering of each cylinder's capacity.
The 365GT4 2+2 became the "400" series later, but looks the same.
The 365GT4 BB was the boxer that became the 512BB (5 liter 12 cylinder) and later the 512BBi.
The original 365 boxers had 6 exhausts! 3 per side. These where probably the fastest boxers with the best power-weight ratio.
The 512BB is the slowest but probably the best one to drive. Ferrari also lowered the engine a little on this and gave dry-sump lubrication to give better handling.
The BBi gained power with fuel injection, but was heavier. The 512's also gained rear-brake cooling ducts. All models could be dual colour.
Some early cars could be found with white indicator covers instead of orange.
As the market would have it the earlier 365 BB's are cheaper than the later 512's.
In fact I think the boxers are cheaper than Dino's. Roughly speaking about $80000-$110000 for a dino and $70000-$100000 for a boxer. What would you rather have? A small, good-handling 2.4 V6 or a seriously fast 12 cylinder Ferrari? 8)
I'd like the 12 myself.
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