1978 Renault Siete vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. 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 1978 Renault Siete. 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 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1978 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Siete | X5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2933 mm |
