2000 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 80 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW X5 | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |