1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |
