2007 BMW X3 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 47 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
