1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Testarossa | X3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
