1966 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph Vitesse | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | Vitesse | X5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 85 L |
