1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR 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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1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 512 TR | X5 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2934 mm |