1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 67 L |
