1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Carabo | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 93 L |
