2003 BMW X5 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.

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2003 BMW X5 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
Make BMW Ferrari
Model X5 250 GT
Year Released 2003 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2952 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 215 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 100 L