2003 BMW X3 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2003 BMW X3 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X3 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |