2005 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 110 L |
