2000 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 44 L |
