1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 (560 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Testarossa | X3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1881 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |