2007 BMW X3 vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari F40. 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | F40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 120 L |
