2008 BMW X3 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 140 L |
