2004 BMW X5 vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
