2000 BMW X5 vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
