1971 BMW Touring 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 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | X5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |