2001 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 53 L |
