2006 BMW X5 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (182 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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2006 BMW X5 | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X5 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 133 L |