1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 850 | X5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2934 mm |