2005 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1497 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | X5 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
