2008 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari 458. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | X5 | 458 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 86 L |
