1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 500 Superfast | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
