1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Pinin | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Pinin | X3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4648 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
