1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ferrari F355 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F355 | X5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |