1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Triumph | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
