2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 612.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |
