1965 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph Vitesse | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Vitesse | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 85 L |
