2008 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 120 L |
