1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Cuneo | X5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
