2003 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | X5 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1510 mm |
