2004 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 255 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |