2004 BMW X3 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2004 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X3 (237 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2004 BMW X3 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X3 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |