1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. 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 1973 Citroen Dyane. 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 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Dyane | X5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
