1972 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. 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 1972 Lancia Fulvia. 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 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Fulvia. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Fulvia | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Fulvia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
