2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 612 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |
