1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 LM | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 85 L |
