2012 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, both 2012 BMW X3 and 2012 Ferrari 599 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
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2012 BMW X3 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | X3 | 599 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 611 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 105 L |