2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari F550. (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari F550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (677 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari F550. (570 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari F550. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F550 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
