2005 BMW X5 vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair 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 156 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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 1967 Ford Corsair. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
