1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M

To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000. 2013 BMW X5 M has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Lancia 2000 2013 BMW X5 M
Make Lancia BMW
Model 2000 X5 M
Year Released 1973 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 116 HP 547 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5650 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 2197 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1764 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2933 mm