2001 BMW X5 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 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 164 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. 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 1981 Talbot 1510. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | X5 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
