2005 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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2005 BMW X5 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X5 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
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 | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 140 L |