2001 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Carina. 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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |