2003 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X5 | UTE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
