2008 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2953 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
