2008 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1515 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 86 L |
