2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
