1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Carina | X5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2933 mm |