1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 BMW X5.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Crown Victoria | X5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
