2000 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
