1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 M | X3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1875 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 |
