1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 412 GT | X5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |