1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 TR | X3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
