2008 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 4 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), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X3 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
