1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (300 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 93 L |
